Recall 16-012, published October 20, 2015
Climbing tree stands
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
CL050Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: CL050, 9B-0414, CL100-A, 9B-0214, 9B-0514, CL500-AP.
Which products are included?
This recall involves three model year 2014 Big Game climbing tree stands models: CL050 (The Outlook) with batch number 9B-0414, CL100-A (The Cobalt) with batch numbers 9B-0214 and 9B-0514, and CL500-AP (The Fusion) with batch numbers 9B-0214 and 9B-0514. These climbing tree stands are used to hunt from an elevated position and were sold with an accessory bag. The black metal tree stands include the main stand platform with a nylon hanging strap assembly. The Outlook has a nylon netted seat without a backrest. The Cobalt and The Fusion have a camouflage-print, padded seat with the Big Game logo at the front of the backrest. The batch number starts with BN and can be found on a small tag located on the frame below the seat.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The cable assembly on the climbing tree stand can release, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tree stands and return them for free replacement cables.
- Brand
- BGHA, Inc. dba Big Game
- Recall published
- October 20, 2015
- Category
- Sports & Outdoors
- Units
- About 12,200
- Sold at / sales period
- Bass Pro Shop, Cabela's, Menards, Rogers Sporting Goods and Sportsman's Guide stores nationwide and online from June 2014 through June 2015 for between $130 and $380.
